17 Nifty Inventions We Never Knew We Needed This Summer

Summer is all about spending your time outside and having fun, right? Turns out we don’t enjoy this to the fullest! Inventions like foot soles that protect your feet from boiling hot sand, an umbrella that uses solar energy to cool you down, and even a bracelet that keeps your keys safe all actually exist! Talented designers from all over the world have come up with lots of genius inventions to make our vacation days even better.

Every year, new creative summer gizmos appear all around the world, proving our lives can be easier and more fun. Here at Bright Side, we’ve gathered a list of 17 nifty inventions that could make your summer even better!

1. The pocketed pillow

This pillow is not as simple as it seems. Not only can it keep your belongings safe, but it also comes in handy during an at-home massage session. It’s designed to relax your neck muscles when lying face down, so it can even be used to relieve neck pain.

8. Skinners sock-shoes

Sometimes your luggage capacity is limited, and ordinary shoes are too thick and heavy. This is why “Skinners” came up with their protective sock design that can be worn everywhere from a forest to a dive.

10. SafeGo portable safe

Sometimes we don’t travel to the safest places, and no one wants to stay without money or important documents in foreign countries. SAFEGO designed an anti-theft bag for us to enjoy our vacations to the fullest.

11. Pocketbands

Now here’s a genius item that anyone would love to take with them on vacation! Pocketbands are bracelets for your keys and money. Raise your hand if you desperately needed this on every one of your morning jogs! This gadget can be used everywhere from the sea to a nightclub, so say, “bye-bye” to minor worries!

12. Avex multipurpose drinking cup

Safety is a big concern for all of us, so more and more designers are trying to meet consumer needs. If the bracelet and bag mentioned above aren’t quite your style, here’s a bottle for your card, money, and keys by AVEX.

13. Micro USB portable fan

14. Float with a built-in high-end Bluetooth sound system

Hey, music fans! If you cannot imagine a perfect beach day without your favorite melodies, SoundFloat was designed just for you. It comes in 3 varieties: an armchair, a single bed, and a double bed. It’s packed with a stereo system, a charger, and even a drink holder. Isn’t this invention heaven on earth?

15. A floating mini bar

16. Protective foot pad

Remember those cool socks we mentioned earlier on the list? Here’s a cool option from Nakefit for hot summer days. These adhesive soles can be used everywhere. Imagine you were lying on the beach and decided it was finally time to go home...

Your feet are still wet and covered with sand so you can’t put your shoes on...but your car sits far away next to the hot, dirty pavement. These soles can keep your feet clean and protect them from heat, cuts, and dirt. Awesome!